Summary

Master’s student researching the intersection of sound, creative code, and interaction through generative design, prototyping, and media experimentation. Experienced in creative technology, design research, and transdisciplinary problem solving.

Education

M.A. Design & Computation
Universität der Künste Berlin / Technische Universität Berlin
2023 – Present

B.Sc. Chemical Engineering (Process Design)
Azad University of Science & Research, Tehran
2013 – 2019

Experience

Research Assistant — New Practice Studio
UdK Berlin · May 2024 – Present

• Organizing and maintaining technical equipment inventory
• Giving workshops on audio, light/DMX, cameras, VR, and fabrication tools
• Supporting streaming setups and technical documentation

Research Assistant — InKüLe Project (Innovation in Artistic Teaching)
UdK Berlin · May 2024 – Present

• Developing experimental media-technical toolkits and glossaries
• Conducting workshops on TouchDesigner, sound synthesis, 3D scanning/printing
• Supporting artists in integrating media tools into their practice

Freelance Audio Designer / Musician
2016 – Present

• Mixing, mastering, and podcast editing
• Designing audio-reactive installations (DMX, sensors, EEG, Arduino)
• Producing and performing original music projects
• Teaching guitar, sound design, and music production

Selected Projects

• Hybrid Rituals (2024) — Collaborative performance using motion-tracked visuals and soundscapes.
• Kinect Airdrum (2024) — Interactive drumming interface using Kinect and VCV Rack.
• LOOPS Series Production (2023–2026) — Technical direction, live audio, and streaming for bi-weekly performance events.
• Mythologizer (2024–2025) — Research tool for generative myth creation using agent-based systems.
• Personal (Sound) Space (2023) — Artistic research installation exploring sound and personal space perception.

Skills

Audio & Music Production
Reaper · Ableton Live · VCV Rack · Mixing & Mastering · Field Recording · FOH & Streaming

Creative Coding
TouchDesigner · Arduino · HTML/CSS · Python · C++/MATLAB · Jekyll & GitHub Pages

Design & Visual Tools
Adobe Creative Suite · Figma · Video Editing (Premiere / After Effects)

Transdisciplinary & Soft Skills
Interdisciplinary Collaboration · Research-Driven Design · Rapid Prototyping · Workshop Facilitation

Languages

English (C1) · German (C1) · Persian (Native)